箱根 – 英語で説明するために – 英会話形式で学ぶ

Yeah, I’ve been a couple of times. It’s an amazing place, especially if you love nature and hot springs. What got you interested in Hakone?

Exactly! It’s only about 80 kilometers from Tokyo, so you can get there in around 1.5 hours by the Odakyu Romancecar. The views from the train are great too, especially as you get closer to the mountains.

I’d recommend spring or autumn. In spring, you can catch the cherry blossoms, and in autumn, the fall colors are stunning. Both seasons offer pleasant weather, making it ideal for outdoor activities.

Yeah, Lake Ashi is a must-see. You can take a cruise on one of the pirate ships across the lake. On a clear day, you’ll get an incredible view of Mount Fuji from the water.

Yes! Owakudani is another iconic spot. You’ll see steam rising from the ground, and you can even try the famous black eggs, which are boiled in the hot springs. They say eating one adds seven years to your life.

Super easy. The Hakone Free Pass is a great option. It covers the Hakone Tozan Railway, the cable cars, and even the ropeway. You can hop on and off to visit all the major spots.

Absolutely! The Hakone Ropeway connects Gora to Lake Ashi via Owakudani. The views from the ropeway are breathtaking, especially when you’re high up over the mountains.

I’d say stay at a ryokan. Hakone is famous for its hot spring resorts, like Hakone Yumoto or Gora. You can relax in an onsen and enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner.

If you like art, the Hakone Open-Air Museum is fantastic. It’s Japan’s first outdoor sculpture museum, and they even have a special Picasso collection. The Pola Museum of Art is another great spot, especially if you’re into European and Japanese art.

Two days is perfect. You can enjoy the onsen, see all the major spots, and even fit in a relaxing boat ride or art museum visit. Just make sure to plan your time well.

You’re welcome, Mack! You’re going to love it.

Yeah, I’ve been a couple of times. It’s an amazing place, especially if you love nature and hot springs. What got you interested in Hakone?

うん、何回か行ったことあるよ。自然や温泉が好きなら、箱根は本当に素晴らしい場所だよ。どうして箱根に興味を持ったの？

Exactly! It’s only about 80 kilometers from Tokyo, so you can get there in around 1.5 hours by the Odakyu Romancecar. The views from the train are great too, especially as you get closer to the mountains.

その通り！東京から約80キロメートルだから、小田急ロマンスカーで1時間半くらいで行けるよ。電車の中からの景色も素晴らしいし、特に山が近づいてくるとね。

I’d recommend spring or autumn. In spring, you can catch the cherry blossoms, and in autumn, the fall colors are stunning. Both seasons offer pleasant weather, making it ideal for outdoor activities.

春か秋がおすすめだよ。春には桜が見られるし、秋には紅葉が本当にきれいだよ。どちらの季節も気候が良くて、アウトドアには最適だね。

Yeah, Lake Ashi is a must-see. You can take a cruise on one of the pirate ships across the lake. On a clear day, you’ll get an incredible view of Mount Fuji from the water.

そうだね、芦ノ湖は絶対に行くべきだよ。海賊船のクルーズに乗れるし、晴れた日には湖の上から富士山が見えるんだ。

Yes! Owakudani is another iconic spot. You’ll see steam rising from the ground, and you can even try the famous black eggs, which are boiled in the hot springs. They say eating one adds seven years to your life.

そう！大涌谷も有名なスポットだよ。地面から蒸気が出ているのを見られるし、温泉で茹でた黒たまごも食べられるよ。一つ食べると寿命が7年延びるって言われているんだ。

Super easy. The Hakone Free Pass is a great option. It covers the Hakone Tozan Railway, the cable cars, and even the ropeway. You can hop on and off to visit all the major spots.

すごく簡単だよ。箱根フリーパスがあれば便利だよ。箱根登山鉄道やケーブルカー、ロープウェイも含まれていて、主要なスポットに自由に乗り降りできるんだ。

Absolutely! The Hakone Ropeway connects Gora to Lake Ashi via Owakudani. The views from the ropeway are breathtaking, especially when you’re high up over the mountains.

そうだよ！ロープウェイは強羅から大涌谷を経て芦ノ湖までつながっていて、特に山の上空からの景色は本当に息をのむほどだよ。

I’d say stay at a ryokan. Hakone is famous for its hot spring resorts, like Hakone Yumoto or Gora. You can relax in an onsen and enjoy a traditional kaiseki dinner.

旅館に泊まるのがいいと思うよ。箱根は温泉旅館で有名だから、箱根湯本や強羅が良いよ。温泉でリラックスして、伝統的な懐石料理を楽しめるんだ。

If you like art, the Hakone Open-Air Museum is fantastic. It’s Japan’s first outdoor sculpture museum, and they even have a special Picasso collection. The Pola Museum of Art is another great spot, especially if you’re into European and Japanese art.

もしアートが好きなら、箱根彫刻の森美術館がおすすめだよ。日本初の野外彫刻美術館で、ピカソのコレクションもあるんだ。ポーラ美術館も良いよ、特にヨーロッパや日本の美術が好きならね。

Two days is perfect. You can enjoy the onsen, see all the major spots, and even fit in a relaxing boat ride or art museum visit. Just make sure to plan your time well.

2日間でちょうどいいよ。温泉を楽しんで、主要なスポットも回れるし、のんびりボートに乗ったり、美術館にも行けるよ。時間の使い方をうまく計画すればね。

You’re welcome, Mack! You’re going to love it.

どういたしまして、マック！絶対に気に入るよ。

pleasant : 形容詞
意味: 心地よい、快適な。Something that gives a sense of enjoyment, comfort, or satisfaction.
（箱根の春や秋の気候が快適で、観光に適していることを指す）
例文：

• The weather was pleasant during our trip to Hakone.
  「箱根への旅行中、天気は快適でした。」
• She had a pleasant conversation with the guide.
  「彼女はガイドと心地よい会話を交わしました。」
• The park is a pleasant place to relax.
  「その公園はリラックスするのに快適な場所です。」

volcanic : 形容詞
意味: 火山の、火山性の。Related to or caused by a volcano.
（大涌谷の火山活動についての説明で使用）
例文：

• Owakudani is famous for its volcanic activity.
  「大涌谷は火山活動で有名です。」
• The island was formed by volcanic eruptions.
  「その島は火山の噴火によって形成されました。」
• The region has many volcanic hot springs.
  「その地域には多くの火山性温泉があります。」

steam : 名詞
意味: 蒸気。Water in the form of vapor, often produced when water is heated.
(大涌谷の硫黄の蒸気が上がる景色を説明）
例文：

• You can see steam rising from the ground in Owakudani.
  「大涌谷では地面から蒸気が上がるのを見ることができます。」
• The steam from the hot springs filled the air.
  「温泉からの蒸気が空気を満たしていました。」
• Be careful when opening the lid; the steam is very hot.
  「ふたを開けるときは注意してください。蒸気がとても熱いです。」

get around : フレーズ
意味: 移動する、あちこちを回る。To travel or move from one place to another, often within a local area.
（箱根内での公共交通機関を利用して移動することを指す）
例文：

• It’s easy to get around Hakone using public transportation.
  「箱根では公共交通機関を使って簡単に移動できます。」
• How do you usually get around the city?
  「普段、街の中ではどうやって移動していますか？」
• We rented bikes to get around the park.
  「公園内を移動するために自転車を借りました。」

accommodation : 名詞
意味: 宿泊施設、宿。A place where travelers can stay, such as a hotel, inn, or ryokan.
（箱根での宿泊施設についての説明に使用）
例文：

• We stayed at a traditional ryokan for our accommodation in Hakone.
  「箱根では伝統的な旅館に宿泊しました。」
• The hotel offers comfortable accommodation for guests.
  「そのホテルは快適な宿泊施設を提供しています。」
• Finding accommodation during the peak season can be difficult.
  「ピークシーズン中に宿泊施設を見つけるのは難しいかもしれません。」